Reuters reported, citing 'informed sources', that the Islamic Republic of Iran had warned Russia days before the recent deadly attack on a concert hall near Moscow, indicating that a 'major terrorist operation' was likely to take place on Russian soil. During the attack on March 22, armed men opened fire with machine guns on concertgoers, killing at least 144 people. ISIS claimed responsibility for the attack. The United States had also warned Russian officials about the possibility of an attack by the militant group prior to the armed assault, but Russia downplayed that warning. Russia challenged statements from the United States and other countries that ISIS had organized the armed attack, accusing Washington of trying to conceal Ukraine's role in the incident. Meanwhile, an informed source told Reuters that the Islamic Republic of Iran had informed Russia days before the attack that a major terrorist attack was likely within Russia. Reuters noted that Iran provided this warning based on interrogations of individuals detained in connection with deadly bombings in Iran. In January, the Iranian government arrested 35 individuals, including a commander of ISIS Khorasan based in Afghanistan, in connection with dual bombings in Kerman. Another informed source told Reuters that the information Iran provided to Russia regarding a potential imminent attack lacked details about the timing and nature of the targets. Russia and the Iranian government, both subject to Western sanctions, have strengthened their military cooperation and other ties over the past two years amid Russia's attacks on Ukraine. Russian officials announced the arrest of another suspect in the concert hall attack in the suburbs of Moscow, with the death toll from the attack rising to 140. France stated that the attack on the concert hall in Moscow was carried out by ISIS, not Ukraine. Senator Tim Kaine remarked that Russia and the Islamic Republic would never inform the U.S. if they were aware of a terrorist attack against America.
Reuters: Iranian Government Warned Russia Before Deadly ISIS Attack in Moscow
The Iranian government warned Russia of a potential major terrorist attack days before ISIS carried out a deadly assault on a concert hall near Moscow, resulting in at least 144 deaths. This incident highlights the complexities of international security dynamics involving Iran, Russia, and the threat posed by ISIS.
👥 Key Players
⚡ Actions
📰 What Happened
Iran warned Russia of a potential ISIS attack before it occurred in Moscow, resulting in significant casualties.
- Iran warn Russia
- ISIS attack concert hall in Moscow
- Iranian government arrest 35 individuals including an ISIS Khorasan commander
💡 Why It Matters
📚 Background
The attack underscores the ongoing threat of ISIS and the complex geopolitical dynamics involving Iran and Russia.
📝 Key Evidence
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